Chandigarh Market Shut After Vendor Assaults Traders
Traders in Chandigarh's Sector 19 market shut shops in protest after a violent assault by a vendor. Police have registered a case as tensions rise over business disputes.
Category : Politics
New SOPs for Religious Sites in Protected Forest & Wildlife Areas
The Indian government has established detailed Standard Operating Procedures for approving religious sites within protected forest and wildlife zones. Learn about the new rules and their implications.
SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
Congress Alleges Favouritism in Gujarat Tableaux Contracts
Congress accuses Gujarat government of favouritism in awarding Republic Day tableaux contracts to a BJP-linked firm. Demands probe into alleged irregularities and misuse of public funds.
SC Seeks Delhi Response on Stray Dog Attacks, Child Safety
Supreme Court asks Delhi authorities for action plan on stray dogs after videos show children being bitten. Lawyer flags 'attack on dogs', court balances safety concerns.
Bengaluru: BDA razes 36 structures in Thanisandra
BDA's early-morning demolition drive in Thanisandra's Gupta Layout leaves over 40 families homeless. Residents allege the action is to facilitate access to VIP land. Read the full story.
Ajit Pawar Vows Action on Social Unrest, Plans for Amravati
NCP chief Ajit Pawar cautions against forces creating social tension for political gain. He outlines a development vision for Amravati, promising funds if NCP wins civic polls. Read more.
Two Road Rage Incidents Shock Kolkata's Karaya Area
Two separate road rage incidents reported in Kolkata's Karaya within 48 hours. One involved a knife attack over parking, another a driver threatened with a firearm. Details inside.
Chandigarh MC Reviews Bulk Waste Management & Fire Safety
Chandigarh Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar chaired a key meeting to enforce strict bulk waste management and fire safety norms. Non-compliance will lead to strict action. Read more.
Mohali gets Rs 6 crore for road upgrade under central scheme
Mohali Municipal Corporation approves a major Rs 6 crore road infrastructure project under the Govt of India's Special Assistance Scheme. Works to be completed by March 2026. Read more.
Mohali Councillors Accuse MC of Bias in Encroachment Drive
Mohali councillors allege selective action in MC's encroachment removal drive, demanding action against VVIPs & officers first. Heated debate highlights public resentment.
Nagpur Voter Awareness Bike Rally on Jan 11
Nagpur Municipal Corporation organizes a bike rally on January 11 to boost voter turnout for the January 15 civic elections. The rally will cover key city junctions.
4 Sabarimala Devotees Killed in Tumakuru Highway Crash
Four Ayyappa devotees, including a 7-year-old girl, died after their vehicle hit a parked truck on Bengaluru-Pune highway. Seven others were injured in the early morning tragedy.
Karnataka Notifies Reservations for 369 GBA Wards
Karnataka government announces reservation details for 369 GBA wards, mandating 50% seats for women across categories. Move comes ahead of crucial Supreme Court hearing. Read the full breakdown.
Nagpur Metro to Run Own Buses for Last-Mile Connectivity
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a key amendment to allow MahaMetro to operate its own buses, promising last-mile connectivity within four months. Plans for six-coach trains and action on stray dogs also revealed.
Wadettiwar Accuses Mahayuti of Undermining Democracy in Civic Polls
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar attacks ruling Mahayuti alliance for money power, communal politics, and failing governance in Chandrapur. Read his full critique on democratic norms.
Court Orders Charges Against Lalu in Land-for-Jobs Scam
A Delhi court has ordered framing of charges against RJD chief Lalu Prasad and 40 others in the alleged land-for-jobs scam, citing a criminal conspiracy. Read the full details of the case.
DH Cartoon Satirizes India's Foreign Policy Tightrope
A new Deccan Herald editorial cartoon offers a sharp, visual critique of India's complex foreign policy challenges, balancing relations with global powers. Explore the nuanced commentary.
Ballari clash: 25 get bail, one gunman denied
A special court in Bengaluru granted bail to 25 men in the Jan 1 Ballari clash case but denied it to a gunman facing murder charges. One Congress worker was killed. Read the full details.
Ambernath Council: NCP Backs Sena, BJP Setback
In a major twist, four NCP councillors in Ambernath withdrew support from BJP and backed Shiv Sena, altering the council's power balance. Read the full political drama.
Karnataka Governor Returns SC Internal Reservation Bill
Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot returns Karnataka's internal reservation bill, seeking clarification. The move stalls Congress's social justice push and follows petitions calling the quotas 'unscientific'.
Tigress Rescued in Chamarajanagar, Cubs Search Continues
A tigress that caused panic in Chamarajanagar has been captured by forest officials. The search intensifies for her four missing cubs. Read the full story of the rescue operation.
Odisha Cuts Hotel Investment Threshold to 10 Rooms in New Policy
Odisha cabinet approves amended tourism policy, slashing minimum investment for hotels to 10 rooms and hiking capital subsidy to Rs 100 crore to boost sector growth. Read more.
₹49,000 stolen from Bank of India cash machine in Ahmedabad
Anandnagar police register theft case after ₹49,000 vanishes from a Cash Recycling Machine at Bank of India's Titanium Mall e-gallery. CCTV shows two unidentified suspects. Read the full investigation details.
SMC Officials Noticed for Illegal Waste Dumping in Surat
Two senior SMC officials face show-cause notices for negligence after 500 truckloads of unprocessed waste were illegally dumped near Kakaria village. GPCB directs action and a Rs 2.5 crore penalty.
CJI to Lawyers: Embrace Tech, Compete Globally
CJI Justice Surya Kant calls on district lawyers to adopt technology, highlighting India's judicial tech leadership and the rise of cybercrime. Read his vision for a transformed legal landscape.
Damaged Sewer Line Triggers Erosion Risk in Ludhiana
A broken sewer line near Buddha Dariya in Ludhiana's old Madhopuri is causing severe erosion, threatening homes and factories. Local leaders demand urgent action. Read more.
Assam teen reunited by Vadodara Child Welfare Committee
A 15-year-old boy from Assam, who ran away from a Gujarat religious school, was reunited with his family by Vadodara's Child Welfare Committee after a month. Read the full story of counselling and reunion.
Kolkata: Concrete Collapse Kills Senior Citizen in Park Circus
A senior citizen died and three family members were injured after concrete chunks fell in a Kolkata house. Police file case against owner for negligence. Read the full report.
High Alert: Pak-based BKI Threat to Akali Leader Majithia
Punjab Police on high alert after intel warns of Pakistan-based Babbar Khalsa International plot to target jailed SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia. Security tightened at Nabha Jail.
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